Library Reference Vocabulary

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What is a list of words used in a book, along with their definitions? This is usually found at the end of a book.

Who invented the shelving system used in most school libraries and contains 10 broad categories?

What is a true book about someone\'s life written by that same person called?

Which reference book is best to look up people, places, or things? This is usually in a multi volume set.

What is the section of the library where one could find dictionaries, thesauri, encyclopedias, almanacs, and atlases?

Which reference book is best to use if you need to know the definition of a word?

This indicates a type of fiction book and includes historical, fantasy, realistic, science fiction, mystery, etc.....?

Which reference book contains facts, figures, and statistics on many subjects; and is published every year?